Those who imbue items are known as Artificers. You do not need to be able to craft the item you are imbuing.
It allows players to adjust or add specific equipment item properties. Imbuing is a magical crafting Skill added with the release of Ultima Online: Stygian Abyss. A Soul Forge is required for Imbuing 'Runic Hammers are a high-stakes roll of the dice.
